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Check Rear-Facing Level
Lines
For children between 5-22 lb
(2.3-10 kg),
the bottom level line on
shell
must
be parallel with the ground.
For children 22-40 lb (10-18 kg)
who can sit up unassisted,
rotate
the child restraint between the 2 level
lines.
Start by making the bottom level line
parallel with the ground, then rotate
seat up.
Do not
rotate past the top
level line.
Place Car Seat Rear-Facing in
Back Seat
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Attach Lower Anchor
Hooks to Vehicle’s Lower
Anchors
Review your vehicle owner’s manual
for lower anchor locations and lower
anchor belt use.
Repeat for other side of child
restraint.
Tighten Belt
Place hand in child restraint.
Firmly push child restraint down and
towards the vehicle seat back while
pulling the free end of the belt parallel
with the belt path through the belt path
opening as shown.
Check Belt Tightness
Hold child restraint at the belt path
with your weaker hand. Push and pull
from side to side.
It should not move more than
1 in.
(2.5 cm).
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm),
you can try:
A.
Pulling the belt tighter.
B.
Reinstalling the child restraint.
C.
Changing to a different seating location.
D.
Switching to vehicle belt installation.
Secure Child in Car Seat
To properly secure your child in the car
seat, see pages 48-50.
Check your child’s fi t often and make
any needed adjustments to the car seat
as they grow.
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